Good Friday
Qwel Lyrics

Divided we stand man decides to unite for bandwagon
Although we are divided, people still choose to unite for the sake of fitting in with the crowd.

Antagonistic fashion statements pants saggin grand dragons
People make fashion statements that are aggressive or hostile, such as sagging pants and clothing with symbols associated with hate groups.

Street tagging advertisers, plastic liars, bar codes
Street graffiti artists oppose the culture of consumerism and corporations that use dishonest tactics, including creating fake advertisements and using bar codes to track purchases.

Stuff your wallets fat, misspell your cotton pharm clothes
People accumulate wealth and purchase expensive, designer clothing, despite the fact that these clothing items may have unethical origins, such as being made from poorly treated cotton farming practices.

Scared with shopping carts marks
People are marked as targets for theft or violence when they are seen with a shopping cart full of expensive items.

March with the other army ants
People follow the crowd mindlessly, like a group of army ants on a march.

Be aardvarks for forty hours thought, hardly a chance
People work long hours and have little time for independent thought or action.

How long can we dance, upon our hands for these snakes?
How much longer can we continue to blindly follow corrupt authority figures?

Dreams capes and screen savers fate baits police states
The media uses entertainment and technology to distract people from important issues, while the government gains power and control over the population.

Increasing release rates complicating everything
The increasing number of people being released from prisons and jails is leading to more complex societal issues and problems.

But honestly, faking philosophies talk to me, never think
People pretend to have a deep understanding of philosophy, but in reality, they do not truly comprehend the concepts they are discussing.

Play level as treble rings, mellow strings and boom bap
The music industry has evolved to prioritize catchy beats and simple melodies over meaningful lyrics and complex composition.

Embellishing fiends with tight lids on feathery sheets like do rags
Drug addicts are being glorified and romanticized in popular culture through the use of do rags and other trendy style choices.

Loop that, the news cast, plastic laugh factory
The news media perpetuates lies and falsehoods in a way that is reminiscent of a fake laugh or smile.

Tap the screw cap masterpiece snatch the latch and key
People are eager to uncover the secrets and hidden meanings behind popular works of art or literature.

Father testin me inventing recipes to wreck survival
The artist's father provides him with tough challenges and obstacles in life, forcing him to develop creative solutions in order to survive.

The truth we speak, usually two deep, like 5-O
The truth is often hidden beneath shallow or superficial observations, and requires two levels of understanding to fully comprehend.

Curse the ears to sneer wisdom but embrace intelligence
People are quick to dismiss wisdom or advice, but are willing to learn purely for the sake of increasing their own intelligence or knowledge.

We count sheep on your beef but sheer skills to chill irrelevance
People are too busy arguing and fighting over unimportant issues, instead of focusing on developing useful skills.

We're wasting time, if you ain't making rhymes tight
The artist believes that people who are not actively using their talents, like making tight rhymes, are wasting their time and potential.

Hindsight's 20/20 but he's chasin' lime light
People often regret their past decisions, but continue to chase fame and attention in the present.

Yo, we define height while blind mice just squeak they climb nice
The artist believes that he and his colleagues are setting the bar for success, while others are simply trying to keep up with them.

These cats will kill the lie and hype
The singer believes that he and others like him are capable of exposing and discrediting false information and hype perpetuated by the media and society.

Tight despite your prize heisters
The artist is determined to succeed, despite obstacles or attempts to sabotage his efforts by others who are motivated by greed.

Blistering heat and listening honestly skip the bullshit
The singer urges others to speak honestly and candidly, and to avoid using unnecessary distractions or flowery language.

Drop sloppily from seat bottom brought sodomy to the school kids
People in positions of power have used their influence to harm and exploit children.

The ?? gets hot as ice ?? despite his life to prove it
The singer has experienced intense pressure and scrutiny, but continues to work hard and strive for success.

The mic's the fruit of life ?? ?? but likes the music
The microphone is a tool that allows the artist to express himself and connect with others through music.

Insight the use of views produce the news and took a joint pollute it blues
The media has the power to shape our perspectives and beliefs, but often manipulates information in a way that is harmful or negative.

Infomercials, tie your shoes, you probably missed the point
Media outlets, advertisements, and other forms of propaganda often use deceptive tactics to sell products or ideas, but people are not always able to see through these tactics.

Make the children steal fruit so they can swat the lead flies
The singer is frustrated that society has become so corrupt that even innocent children are forced to break rules and steal just to survive or combat the negative influences around them.

Make the children steal fruit so they can swat the lead flies
The artist repeats this line to emphasize the desperate and unfair circumstances faced by many people, and how they are forced to resort to extreme measures just to survive.

Make the children steal fruit so they can swat the lead flies
The artist repeats this line again to drive home the message that society is failing its citizens, particularly its youth, by not providing them with better options or opportunities.